Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy

$1,732-2,875/week
Posted 15 hours ago  Verified
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Common job information

    Certification details
  • Required certs: ACLS, BLS
    Job details
  • PCU RN, 4th Floor East Wing
  • Level of care: PCU
  • Number of beds: 55
  • Patient population: Adult, peds
  • Common Patient Diagnosis: CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, COVID, subdural hematoma, weakness
  • Common Drips/Medications: PCA pumps for pain management, cardizem, insulin
  • EMR: EPIC
  • IV Pumps: Alaris
  • Specialty Equipment Available: Mechanical lifts in every other room
  • Unit Challenges: Staffing
  • Patient Experience challenges/focus: hourly rounding and responsiveness
  • Qualities for hires: A nurse on this unit is successful when he or she can manage the business of the day. The unit is a tight knit group and are great with helping each other out.
    Job requirements
  • Required certs: ACLS, BLS
  • Other needed competencies: Telemetry
    Schedule information
  • Shifts: 12 hour
  • Shift times: 0630-1830, 1830-0630
  • Weekend requirements: minimum of every 3rd weekend
  • Self schedule, cyclic scheduling
    Unit specific information
  • RN Ratio (Days): 1:4
  • RN Ratio (Nights): 1:4
  • Float: Yes, ideally to MS areas. Float will depend on highest need.
    Additional Details
  • ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
  • Charge nurse: yes
  • Nursing Assistant support: Yes
  • Additional unit support staff: Educator, Care Managers, Social Workers, Dieticians, PT, OT
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About Omaha, NE

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Omaha, NE here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Omaha is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
Weather
  • Omaha experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and average lows around 65°F.
  • Winters are cold with average highs around 33°F and average lows around 14°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Omaha, with a variety of options available for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Omaha is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options include buses and a limited light rail system.
Demographics
  • Omaha has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the city's healthcare facilities.
Things to Do
  • Omaha offers a vibrant food scene with a variety of restaurants serving diverse cuisines.
  • The city has a thriving art and music community, with numerous galleries, live music venues, and performance spaces.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local teams and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby state parks and recreational facilities.
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